![]() However, if the pet has been chronically exposed to the product, the onset of clinical signs may be sooner. ![]() When dogs or cats ingest LAACs, it typically takes 3-5 days before signs of poisoning are visible. Long-acting anticoagulants work similarly to the “blood thinner” medications that people take (e.g., warfarin or Coumadin®). Mechanism of action: This type of poison prevents the blood from clotting, resulting in internal bleeding.Long-acting anticoagulants (LAACs) are the most common and well known type of mouse and rat poisons. If a dog or cat ingests one of these poisons, call your veterinarian and Pet Poison Helpline immediately! Rapid action can often save a dog life and prevent the need for costly medical care. ![]() No.) – this number will allow Pet Poison Helpline veterinarians to correctly identify the active ingredient.īelow are the four most common active ingredients in mouse and rat poisons along with their mechanism of action, signs of poisoning, toxic doses and treatment options. If the active ingredient is not clearly visible on the packaging, another important identifier is the EPA registration number (EPA Reg. Thus, if a dog (or rarer, a cat) ingests mouse or rat poison, accurate identification of the active ingredient is crucial as this will determine the risk of poisoning and the need for treatment. ![]() Products which look similar and have similar names may contain very different types of poison. There are many different types of mouse and rat poisons available in a wide variety of colors (green, blue, tan, red, etc.) and formulations (pellets, bait blocks, grain-based baits, etc). These poisons are easy to obtain and used anywhere there might be rodents-in homes, garages, stables, farms and even parks or wildlife areas. By Liz Greenlee, CVT, EMT and Ahna Brutlag, DVMĭid your dog eat rat poison? Pet Poison Helpline gets dozens of calls daily from dog owners (and occasionally cat owners) saying “My dog ate rat poison!” Poisoning from rodenticides (mouse and rat poisons) is one of the most common types of toxicities managed by Pet Poison Helpline. ![]()
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